Ethnobotany in India - Overview

The study of plants' uses by different cultures, including medicinal and edible plants, and their relationship with local people.

The study of plants' uses in Indian cultures, particularly among tribal communities.

A study involving different fields of knowledge (plant science, history, anthropology, culture, etc.).

Regions in India inhabited by indigenous communities with unique cultures and traditions, often having extensive knowledge of local plants.

The rich store of knowledge about plants' uses and properties held by different cultures, particularly valuable for discovering new resources and conservation.

Ancient Indian scriptures containing many references to plant knowledge and medicinal plants.

Regions in India with high diversity of tribal communities and extensive plant life, valuable for ethnobotanical research.

The study of the relationship between people and plants in India, specifically how different cultures use plants for food, medicine, and other purposes.

Systematic field studies and research on the relationship between specific groups of people and plants, especially those native to a particular area.

A government organization in India responsible for conducting botanical studies and surveys, including ethnobotanical research.

A prominent figure in early ethnobotanical research in India, particularly in documenting the uses of plants amongst certain tribal groups.

A comprehensive research initiative led by NBRI aimed to study the rich ethnobotanical knowledge across India.

The scientific study of the relationships between people and plants, particularly focusing on how different cultures use plants for various purposes.

Fourteen distinct tribal groups residing in Nagaland, having unique relationships with plants, but not yet adequately studied.

Plants used as a primary source of sustenance for a population or community.

An Indian institute dedicated to research related to plants, including ethnobotany.

The study of the relationship between indigenous people and plants in India, encompassing various uses like medicine, food, and culture.

Research into the traditional knowledge and uses of plants by local communities.

A compiled collection of papers on ethnobotany in India.

Plants used in traditional medicine practices by local communities.

A collection of preserved plant specimens for study and reference.

Physical plant samples collected to support claims and establish authenticity.

Procedures and strategies for conducting ethnobotanical research.

Traditional beliefs and customs relating to plants, medicinal use, or other practices.

A meeting or series of meetings for the advancement of a particular topic or subject.

The study of the relationship between people and plants, often focusing on how plants are used by different cultures.

A collection of preserved plant specimens, often used for identification and research.

Information directly connected to an observed event or specimen, such as an actual plant sample.

Determining the specific type of plant.

Ancient items or relics, including plant parts, used to learn about past plant use.

Protected areas of land, often forests, that are considered sacred by a community and often used to protect biodiversity.

Protecting plant species and their habitats from extinction or degradation.

Ethnobotany uses various methods to study plant uses by different cultures. These methods include field work, literature review, and herbarium/museum research.

Direct observation and collection of data about plant use in the field. This includes observing plant collection, processing, uses, and dosage information; gathering local names and voucher specimens for plant identification; and working with local informants.

People with knowledge of plant use within a specific culture or community, crucial for reliable ethnobotanical data.

Physical samples of plants collected during field research, used for identification and verification.

Researching published and unpublished historical documents and texts concerning plant use.

Plants referenced in ancient texts might have inaccurate identifications due to lack of detailed descriptions, unclear illustrations, and changing local plant names over time, causing difficulties for modern botanists in their identification and validation.

Using existing herbarium specimens and field notes to find additional information about plants and their uses.

Protected forests in India, often with religious significance, preserving biodiversity and plant genetic diversity.

A strong prohibition or a sacred restriction, often related to a culture or religion.

Study of how different cultures use plants, including their medicinal and edible properties, relationship to people.

Genetic materials of plants, crucial for breeding and producing new varieties.

Plants with healing properties, studied and used for treating illnesses.

Plant used as a condiment in Khasi hills.

Plant with fruits used as vegetables in Northeast India.

Variety of life forms (plants & animals) in an ecosystem.

Different forms of a gene within a species (due to natural changes).

Species found only in a particular geographical region